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Ed Sheeran focuses on Russian invasion of Ukraine in new “2step” remix featuring Ukrainian band AntytilaEd Sheeran focuses on Russian invasion of Ukraine in new “2step” remix featuring Ukrainian band Antytila
STR/NurPhoto via Getty Images Ed Sheeran teamed with Ukrainian band Antytila for a brand-new remix and music video of his song “2step,” which painted a heartbreaking image of Russia’s ongoing invasion of the country. The new song, which dropped Monday on Antytila’s YouTube channel, has them contributing several new verses in their native language. The band revealed the English translation of their…
Read MoreAvril Lavigne postpones three Canadian shows due to a positive COVID-19 test “within the tour”Avril Lavigne postpones three Canadian shows due to a positive COVID-19 test “within the tour”
ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images Just hours before a concert in Laval, Quebec on Sunday, Avril Lavigne called off that show and two others, due to a positive COVID-19 test in her touring entourage. She also postponed two other shows: one in New Brunswick and one in Nova Scotia. In a statement, Avril wrote, “To…
Read MoreOlivia Rodrigo joined by Avril Lavigne onstage in Toronto: “Can’t believe this happened”Olivia Rodrigo joined by Avril Lavigne onstage in Toronto: “Can’t believe this happened”
Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Variety Ever since her SOUR tour kicked off, Olivia Rodrigo‘s been performing a cover of Avril Lavigne‘s hit “Complicated.” But Friday in Toronto, she got to sing the song with the original artist. Friday night at Toronto’s Massey Hall, Olivia was joined onstage by the Princess of Pop-Punk herself. Olivia introduced…
Read MoreDavid Cook on appearing on tonight’s ‘Great Idol Reunion’: “It’s a pretty easy thing to say yes to”David Cook on appearing on tonight’s ‘Great Idol Reunion’: “It’s a pretty easy thing to say yes to”
Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Tonight on ABC, it’s The Great Idol Reunion, as American Idol alumni gather to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Among the winners who’ll be performing: Ruben Studdard, Jordin Sparks, Scotty McCreery, Maddie Poppe, Kris Allen and David Cook. Season seven champ David says he agreed to participate because he’s got a “soft spot”…
Read MoreScooter Braun calls out Taylor Swift for “weaponizing” her fan baseScooter Braun calls out Taylor Swift for “weaponizing” her fan base
Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Scooter Braun has offered his side of the story about his bad blood with Taylor Swift. To recap, Scooter acquired Taylor’s former record company, Big Machine, in June of 2019 — and, by extension, ownership of her master recordings up until her album Reputation. The same day the deal was announced, Taylor lamented in an emotional Tumblr…
Read MoreMusic notes: Demi Lovato, DNCE, Olivia Rodrigo and moreMusic notes: Demi Lovato, DNCE, Olivia Rodrigo and more
ABC Demi Lovato has quietly updated their pronouns. Before, the “Confident” singer requested to be addressed as “they/them,” but on Friday, changed their Instagram bio to read “they/them/she/her.” Demi identifies as nonbinary, but this gives fans permission to refer to them with both female and gender neutral pronouns. DNCE has new music on the way. After releasing “Dancing Feet,” their new…
Read MoreLady Gaga shares 10-second clip of new ‘Top Gun’ sequel songLady Gaga shares 10-second clip of new ‘Top Gun’ sequel song
Interscope You may feel the need for speed when it comes to wanting Lady Gaga to release her new Top Gun sequel song “Hold My Hand,” but for now, you’ll have to be satisfied with a brief snippet. The star posted a 10-second clip of the tune Friday on Instagram: All we hear are big…
Read MoreNew music Friday: MAX, Gavin DeGraw, Khalid and moreNew music Friday: MAX, Gavin DeGraw, Khalid and more
It’s Friday! Let’s see who’s out with new tunes. MAX is out with “Gucci Bag,” a smooth track that is reminiscent of steamy 70s love songs. “I was writing with my friends… and we hit a wall creatively, so we decided to loop a beat we worked on while we played Catan for two hours,” MAX says of how…
Read MoreRihanna reminisces of being crowned National Hero in Barbados: “I will forever cherish these memories”Rihanna reminisces of being crowned National Hero in Barbados: “I will forever cherish these memories”
RANDY BROOKS/AFP via Getty Images Rihanna was declared a National Hero last November, and on Friday, she shared a collection of photos and video taken at the ceremony. “My very first #NationalHeroesDay as a National Hero of my country Barbados,” Rihanna expressed on Instagram. “What an absolute honor to be amongst such great men and women who have come…
Read MoreShawn Mendes’ upcoming Wonder tour to promote sustainability initiativesShawn Mendes’ upcoming Wonder tour to promote sustainability initiatives
P. Lehman/Future Publishing via Getty Images Shawn Mendes wants his forthcoming Wonder: The World tour to do more than delight fans — he wants it to help save the planet. The Grammy winner announced he’s implementing new sustainability initiatives that’ll drastically reduce its carbon footprint. “When we first started talking about ‘greening the tour,’ I took a hard look…
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